 |
The 1% Better Runner | DLake, Mike Trees & FriendsHelping self-coached runners improve 1% daily with habits that fuel success in life Author: Daren DLake
This is a podcast about how runners can live better lives through consistent self-improvement.Unlike other running brands, The 1% Better Runner focuses on how small, daily habit improvements ripple into broader life success, helping runners perform better both on and off the road, track, or dirt.Im Daren DLake: Certified running and nutrition coach, Sub-3-hour marathoner and 10-hour Ironman finisher.Since 1996, Ive been helping other self-coached runners, researching, and experimenting on how to better myself 1% each day.A few times a week, Ill drop how Im tweaking my training, sticking to habits when lifes messy, and cool stuff from coaches and health pros. Its a no-BS cheat sheet for building better habitsnot just for running, but for work, relationships, and personal growth too.Join thousands of other committed runners listening to the most exciting run and endurance sports content on the internet and get more tactics and strategies in your inbox each week.Bonus - Get my free 30-day base and habits training plan when you sign up for the free newsletter here.PS - Podcasting is very "1-way," so let's fix that. Hit us up if you have any feedback, want to collaborate, or just wanna tell me about your training. On Instagram @dlakecreates or talk@dlakecreates.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Fitness, Health & Fitness, Running, Sports Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
Listen Now...
She Keeps Making The Same Mistake (And So Do You)
Thursday, 16 July, 2026
Training inconsistently? Here’s how that might be holding back your race goals.In this episode, we dive into what separates fast runners from the fastest: consistency. Learn from Audrey’s journey to shave time off her 5K and uncover what training habits might be keeping you from your personal best. We’ll cover her favorite dynamic warm-ups, interval tips, and lifestyle tweaks to keep you injury-free and consistently on track for your goals. Whether you're an elite runner or just getting started, this episode has practical takeaways for anyone looking to improve!Timestamps of What You’ll Learn[00:00] Why Consistency is Key to Training[00:55] First Time Meeting Audrey[01:32] Barriers to Breaking the 15-Minute Mark[02:21] Dynamic Warm-Up Routine Breakdown[03:22] Goals and Fitness Priorities[04:08] Fun Fuel Choices for Training Days[06:00] Learning from Interval Mistakes[07:18] Final 400m Interval Push[07:52] How to Train for Speed in 800m[10:19] Breaking Bad Habits for ConsistencyLinks For Greatness📈 Get your free 1% better 30-day guide to consistency/improving your Vo2 Max - https://dlakecreates.com/basefree🎧 Listen, read and learn more here https://dlakecreates.com/audreyDLake Runs on InstagramAudrey on InstagramWatch and read the full episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
